This unique place has a style all its own. A lovely space to unwind and relax after a busy day whether it is work or play. Awake refreshed and ready for a day exploring the city via this clean, sunny apartment with a beautiful view. Lovely waterfront lot and you can fish out your back door. Tennis courts. Convenient, within 3-5 minutes of shopping. Publix, Winn Dixie, 24 hr Walmart.
The Space:
This is a tastefully decorated two-bedroom, two- bath townhome. It has a gorgeous kitchen and plenty of space for the entire family to come together. Enjoy all the comforts of home, including TV with cable and WIFI, linens, dishes, shampoo, washer, and dryer. The home features contactless check-in and a beautiful view.
Some of the amenities we have include:
**Big screen and Smart TVs available
**Beautiful yard and outdoor patio area overlooking the river
Loretto is a neighborhood in Jacksonville, Florida with a population of 7,797. Loretto is in Duval County. Living in Loretto offers residents a dense suburban feel
Getting Around:
Car or Uber
Other Things to Note:
Health & Safety: We prioritize the health, safety, and comfort of our guests. Each stay is followed by a thorough cleaning to maintain a welcoming environment.
Late Check-Outs & Early Arrivals
1-2 hours: $100
2-3 hours: $200
Note: Early arrivals and late check-outs are not guaranteed due to our tight cleaning schedule. Please request approval in advance.
Refund Policy
A 3.9% processing fee on refunds is non-refundable. Refunds will be the amount paid minus this fee, per Stripe's policy. This applies to direct booking and bookings made through select booking channels.
General Guidelines
●Pets: A pet fee of $75 applies per reservation for up to 2 pets. Bringing a pet without prior notification incurs an additional $100 fee, and we may end your stay early. No cats allowed. If your pet causes any damages, additional charges will incur to cover repair or cleaning costs.
●Garage Access: Not permitted due to liability. If applicable, garage doors must stay closed.
●Age Requirement: Primary guest must be 21+, with an adult over 21 present during the stay.
Food & Drink: No food or drink in bedrooms (closed water bottles allowed); extra cleaning fees for stains.
●No Smoking: Smoking of any kind is prohibited; $200 fine for violations. Additional charges will incur to cover repair or cleaning costs.
●Trash: Dispose of all trash in outside bins before departure.
●Damages: Report any damages within 24 hours of occurrence or immediately upon arrival. Failure to report damages could result in liability for repair or replacement costs.
●Dishes: Wash all dishes and run the dishwasher (if applicable) before leaving.
●Windows: Keep windows closed for security.
●Laundry: Avoid overloading machines; do not wash sandy items, and clean the dryer lint trap.
●Storage Closet: Keep this area closed and locked.
●Consumables: Leftover items are at your discretion; freshness is not guaranteed.
●Furniture: Do not rearrange.
●Parties & Events: Unauthorized parties are not allowed; violations will result in additional charges and immediate eviction.
●Only registered guests are permitted to stay at the property. If you would like to add extra guests beyond the number initially registered, please request approval before finalizing your booking. Any additional guests that exceed the maximum allowed at the property will incur an additional charge of $100 per person. This requires approval from us prior to booking.
●Illegal Activities: Will result in immediate eviction.
●Quiet Hours: 10pm to 7am. Please be respectful of neighbors.
Thank you for your cooperation, and enjoy your stay!
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
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Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.
About the area
Jacksonville
Located in Jacksonville, this holiday home is in a rural area and on a lake. Mandarin Museum and Theatre Jacksonville are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include San Jose Episcopal Church and Florida Theatre. Latitude 30 and Times-Union Center for the Performing Arts are also worth visiting.
Jacksonville Naval Air Station - 14 min drive - 16.1 km
Getting around
Jacksonville Station - 30 min drive
Jacksonville, FL (CRG-Jacksonville Executive at Craig) - 24 min drive
Restaurants
Krispy Kreme - 4 min drive
Panera Bread - 4 min drive
Rosy's Mexican Restaurant - 7 min drive
Starbucks - 19 min walk
Chili's Grill & Bar - 4 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Northeast Florida Retreat pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 9 kg per pet.
How much does it cost to stay at *Malibu Cottage on Lake Mandarin* WIFI, FIRE PIT?
As of 8 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at *Malibu Cottage on Lake Mandarin* WIFI, FIRE PIT on 27 Apr 2026 start from £119, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking at Northeast Florida Retreat?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Northeast Florida Retreat?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Northeast Florida Retreat?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Northeast Florida Retreat located?
Situated on a lake, this holiday home is 2.3 mi (3.7 km) from Bowlero Mandarin and 2.7 mi (4.4 km) from Mandarin Museum. Mandarin Park and The Champions Club at Julington Creek are also within 6 miles (10 km).
Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
This was a great place to kick back as we were in town for a family funeral. The space is lovely and relaxing. Saw a Wood Stork out back which was a highlight! Thanks for having us!
Cozy with a nice layout .View of pond in backyard was nice and calming .Was cute to see ducklings in the pond. Nice that is was conveniently located to all shopping needs. Only con would be more updated tvs and bedding
Thanks for allowing us to stay in your nice home! I chose this property as it was close to my son's house. If you know Jacksonville at all... you'll know Mandarin as an older neighborhood, but safe. It exceeded my expectations... it's in an area with lots of family homes that are well manicured. The need for a double bed+ in the second bedroom would be my only critique. The home was decorated very cute with real furniture (NOT the IKEA crap you find in many rental homes). Great kitchen with everything you need to cook, a fire pit out back, super comfy sofa, and nice bathrooms. Very pleased!
For our purposes the location and layout of the property was ideal. We can understand the 'no shoes inside' policy, but the dirt and grit on the floor made it uncomfortable to adhere to. Solution: We took it upon ourselves to mop the floors with a damp towel making it now comfortable to go without shoes inside. The same held true to the lanai, making it unusable, but not critical to our needs.
Television viewing was also a challenge. Limited to only live streaming channels, even with log-in assistance from the host, we were unable to access any local channels. Solution: We went the the conveniently close Walmart and purchased a 'rabbit ear' antenna, connected it to the RF connector behind the TV and enjoyed all local and network over-the-air programming for the duration of our stay. Suggestion to host: Make such and antenna option available. It only cost $16.00 and we pulled in 39 over-the-air channels.
All in all the property served our needs and would recommend it.